Ustar Spring Featured STEM Program——Arduino Robotics

Ages 10+ | Applied Programming & Hardware Systems

Real Engineering · Advanced Robotics · Competition-Level Thinking

The Arduino Advanced Robotics course at Ustar is designed for students who already have basic programming or robotics experience and are ready to move into advanced, real-world engineering systems.

This is not a toy-based robotics class.
Students design, build, program, test, and optimize complex robotic systems using sensors, motors, wireless communication, and control logic—just like real engineers.

📘Arduino Robotics Course Content Overview

📘 Course Structure – 15 Progressive Engineering Projects

Each lesson introduces a new engineering concept and applies it through a fully functional robot system.


Lesson-by-Lesson Breakdown

1. Line Follower Robot

Concepts: Sensors, Feedback Loops
What Students Do:
Design and program a robot that follows a path using line sensors.
Learning Outcome:
Understand sensor integration, feedback control, and precision movement.


2. Obstacle Avoider Robot

Concepts: Distance Sensors, Conditional Logic
What Students Do:
Build a robot that detects and avoids obstacles autonomously.
Learning Outcome:
Learn distance sensing, real-time decision making, and logic-based movement.


3. Bluetooth-Controlled Robot

Concepts: Wireless Communication
What Students Do:
Control a robot wirelessly using Bluetooth commands from a device.
Learning Outcome:
Understand wireless communication, command mapping, and remote control systems.


4. Voice-Controlled Robot

Concepts: Voice Input, Signal Processing
What Students Do:
Program a robot to respond to voice commands.
Learning Outcome:
Learn how voice input is processed and translated into robotic actions.


5. Smart Dustbin

Concepts: Automation, Sensors
What Students Do:
Create an automatic trash bin that opens when motion is detected.
Learning Outcome:
Understand sensor–actuator interaction and real-world automation systems.


6. Fire Fighting Robot

Concepts: Environmental Sensors, Motor Control
What Students Do:
Design a robot that detects and responds to fire sources.
Learning Outcome:
Learn precise motor control and environmental sensing.


7. Gesture-Controlled Robot

Concepts: Motion Sensors
What Students Do:
Control robot movement using hand gestures.
Learning Outcome:
Understand motion sensing, signal interpretation, and responsive control.


8. Maze Solver Robot

Concepts: Algorithms, Path Planning
What Students Do:
Program a robot to navigate and solve a maze autonomously.
Learning Outcome:
Develop algorithmic thinking, logical planning, and optimization strategies.


9. Path Memorizing Robot

Concepts: Memory & Sensor Tracking
What Students Do:
Build a robot that remembers and repeats a path.
Learning Outcome:
Understand memory storage, path tracking, and system recall.


10. Radar System

Concepts: Scanning Algorithms, Sensor Data
What Students Do:
Create a radar-like scanning system using ultrasonic sensors.
Learning Outcome:
Learn data interpretation, scanning logic, and spatial mapping.


11. Self-Balancing Robot

Concepts: Control Theory, Sensor Fusion
What Students Do:
Design a robot that balances itself dynamically.
Learning Outcome:
Understand PID control, balance systems, and advanced robotics mechanics.


12. Solar-Powered Robot

Concepts: Renewable Energy, Power Management
What Students Do:
Build a robot powered partially or fully by solar energy.
Learning Outcome:
Learn sustainable energy systems and power efficiency.


13. Smart Car Parking System

Concepts: Automation, Logic Systems
What Students Do:
Design a parking system that detects available space automatically.
Learning Outcome:
Apply automation logic to real-world engineering problems.


14. Smart Door Lock

Concepts: Security Systems, Access Control
What Students Do:
Create a digital door lock system with secure access logic.
Learning Outcome:
Understand security applications and authentication logic.


15. Capstone Robotics Project

Concepts: Full System Integration
What Students Do:
Design and build a complete robotic system using learned concepts.
Learning Outcome:
Apply advanced robotics knowledge, teamwork, and engineering presentation skills.


🌟 Course Highlights – Why This Course Is Special

✔ Real engineering projects, not demos
✔ Advanced robotics systems used in competitions
✔ Strong focus on problem-solving & iteration
✔ Hardware + software + control theory integration
✔ Ideal preparation for robotics competitions (VEX, FLL, etc.)
✔ Taught in small classes with close instructor guidance


👨‍👩‍👧 Ideal for Parents Who Want:

  • More than “fun robotics”

  • Real engineering depth and challenge

  • Strong preparation for competitions or future STEM majors

  • Hands-on experience with professional robotics concepts

  • A course that truly stretches and grows their child

Schedule & Enroll Now

CUpertino/San Jose Site

Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Tuesday 6:45 – 8:15 PM
Wednesday 6:45 – 8:15 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Ustar Cupertino / San Jose Site:1340 S De Anza Blvd, Suite 104, San Jose, CA

 

Los Altos Site

Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Tuesday 6:45 – 8:15 PM
Wednesday 6:45 – 8:15 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Ustar Los Altos Site:858 University Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024

 

Coach Hardeep

STEM/Robotics Teacher

A highly experienced STEM educator with a background in mechanical design and programming, specializing in robotics, coding, and engineering design for K–12 students.Skilled in professional tools such as Onshape, Fusion 360, and SolidWorks, and is well known for mentoring students in robotics competitions—helping them turn ideas into real, working projects.

He focuses on helping learners bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. Driven by the philosophy that learning should be interactive and enjoyable, I strive to cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for STEM in every student.